A Primer on Paint Tools

Getting ready to repaint a room? Click here for a checklist of the essentials you’ll need before you start your project. (-Moe)

DIY T-Shirt Extravaganza

I recently teamed with my very favorite fashionista, Christine, to do a fun DIY challenge for All You magazine — take ordinary T-shirts and, using simple sew (and no-sew!) techniques, turn them into fashionably unique tops. For a few days we sat around my dining room table and through blood, sweet and tears (ok, so maybe it was more laughter and chardonnay) we transformed 11 shirts and tanks into stylish outfit essentials. Click here to see the whole project. (-Allie)

As Seen In…

Killing time at the newsstand at your local airport? Check out the latest issue of Ty Pennington at Home that Allie and I contributed to (cover shot to come soon)! We’ve got everyone’s favorite two columns: high/low versions of your guest bedroom:

And three very different rooms centered around a fireplace.

Which of these three is your favorite? Pick up the hard copy for a closer look! (-Moe)

Three Looks of Christmas

Merry Christmas! In honor of the holiday (i.e. “vacation”) I’m not posting a full Swatchbook of the Week. But I will share with you three Christmas-decor looks that I recently compiled for AOL’s ShelterPop: country chic, retro and glam. (Click styles for a link to each story, with resources.) Which one is your favorite? May your day be merry, bright and–of course–stylish. With love, Allie.

Get Packin’

Are you headed somewhere for the holidays? This is slightly off-topic from our usual fare, but I thought it might come in handy for those of us who are getting ready to travel – my 12-step guide to packing a carry-on! Click here and enjoy! (-Moe)

As Seen In…

Someone cares what I have to say?! Well, at least one person. Julie Hoylen, founder and writer for Live in Full Color, recently fired off some interview questions for me — here’s the end result. Thanks Julie for a great post — and for making me look better than I actually am! (-Allie)

Cooking time!

Still looking for a way to get the kids interested in Thanksgiving dinner prep? Check out my quickie slideshow of Kid-Friendly Kitchen Gadgets on WomansDay.com – maybe a whale-shaped can opener is all they really need to get going on that pumpkin pie… (-Moe)

As Seen In…

Summer is THE TIME for dining alfresco—and whether you have a backyard or enjoy the occasional meal in the park, these products are designed for any such occasion. One recurring story in Ty Pennington at Home is High/Low, a product-based story showing one look for two budgets. I’m loving the freshness of turquoise and juicy lime paired together, so I hunted down the best picnic products I could find in those hues—and tossed in some natural elements to add a smidge of sophistication to the otherwise bright palette.

Moe and I make an awesome team [insert high five], and we love working together. (Riiiiight Moe?) The outdoor decor story below was our most recent team project—three distinct looks for outdoor decor. Which one is your favorite?

Pick up a copy of the magazine for shopping details (shameless plug). It’s on stands until September 22. (-Allie)

P.S. All photos are by the amazingly talented John Gould Bessler. (And cover image by the awesome Marc Royce)